Just then, Jiang Huaiyu suddenly turned around and greeted Bai Yujing with a gentle tone: "Yujing, how are you feeling?" Her gaze was as warm as the spring sun, gentle and concerned.
Bai Yujing did not show any joy. His brows furrowed slightly, and his eyes held a hint of sorrow. He said softly, "I'm fine, just a little troubled."
Seeing this, Jiang Huaiyu sighed softly, sat down beside him, and said gently, "I know you have many questions, but there are some things I really can't explain to you. Can you... give me some trust?"
Bai Yujing lowered her head and remained silent for a moment before slowly speaking, "Huaiyu, it's not that I don't trust you, it's just... I just can't understand your actions. Do you know how much pain your behavior causes me?"
Jiang Huaiyu gently grasped Bai Yujing's hand, her eyes filled with deep apology: "I know, I know everything. But I really did it for your own good, for our little courtyard, for our future life."
In the courtyard of Yuqian Lane, the spring sunlight filtered through the leaves, illuminating the two people and reflecting their expressions. A hint of doubt flashed in Bai Yujing's eyes as he looked at Jiang Huaiyu and slowly said, "Then why didn't you just tell me directly, but instead chose to let me discover it myself?"
Jiang Huaiyu smiled, a bitter look flashing in his eyes: "Yujing, you know I'm not one to explain myself. I thought you would understand what I did, but I didn't expect it to bother you so much. Actually, I've been waiting for you to ask me why I did this."
Bai Yujing took a deep breath, his eyes filled with determination: "Fine, then I'll ask you now, why did you do this? Why did you make me suffer so much?"
Jiang Huaiyu sighed softly, looking at Bai Yujing with a determined look in her eyes: "Yujing, do you remember when we first moved to Yuqian Lane? Back then, although our lives were poor, our hearts were full of hope. We wanted to live a simple and pure life, free from worldly constraints. But as time went by, I found that our little courtyard was becoming less and less like the one we had envisioned."
Bai Yujing frowned, looking at Jiang Huaiyu with a hint of confusion in his eyes: "You mean... our courtyard has changed?"
Jiang Huaiyu nodded, her eyes filled with determination: "Yes, Yujing. Our little courtyard is becoming more and more complicated, and there are more and more things that we need to deal with. I'm afraid that if we don't make changes, we will lose our original aspirations and everything we once cherished."
Bai Yujing was silent for a moment. He looked at Jiang Huaiyu, a hint of understanding flashing in his eyes: "So, you chose to do this to protect our little courtyard and our original aspirations?"
Jiang Huaiyu nodded, a hint of tenderness flashing in her eyes: "Yes, Yujing. I know this hurts you, but I really do it for your own good, for our little courtyard. I know you will understand me, you will support me."
Bai Yujing looked at Jiang Huaiyu, his eyes filled with complex emotions. He sighed softly, then slowly said, "Huaiyu, I know you did it for my own good, for our little courtyard. But... I just wish you could have told me sooner, so I wouldn't be in so much pain anymore."
Jiang Huaiyu gently hugged Bai Yujing, a smile appearing on her face: "Yujing, I will. From now on, I will cherish our communication even more and never let you feel lonely again."
Bai Yujing lowered her head helplessly and said apologetically, "Huaiyu, I know I've made you worry these past few days. I... I really don't want to make you sad."
Jiang Huaiyu sat on the stone steps of the courtyard in Yuqian Lane, gently stroking the flowers and plants on her lap, her gaze calmly fixed on Bai Yujing. She sighed softly, interrupting him: "Yujing, I understand your predicament. For the sake of the Imperial Academy's reputation and future, you have no choice but to stand on the side of Prince Hao's Mansion. I'm just worried about you, afraid that you'll be implicated."
Bai Yujing looked up, a hint of gratitude flashing in his eyes. He knew his wife had always cared about him. He stepped forward, sat down beside Jiang Huaiyu, took her hand, and said softly, "Huaiyu, I know you mean well. But as the youngest Director of the Imperial Academy, I have my responsibilities and duties. I will act carefully and won't let you down."
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly, a hint of mockery flashing in his eyes: "Yujing, do you really think that standing on the side of Prince Hao's mansion will guarantee you a bright future? Don't forget, although Prince Hao is in power, the throne will ultimately belong to the rightful heir. If Prince Hao loses power, as his confidant, won't you be affected?"
Bai Yujing frowned. He understood his wife's concerns, but he was unwilling to give up this opportunity. He looked at Jiang Huaiyu and said earnestly, "Huaiyu, I know the risks, but I trust my judgment. King Hao is a wise ruler who can bring prosperity to the people. I am willing to serve him, and even if I am implicated one day, I will have no regrets."
Jiang Huaiyu gently shook her head. She knew Bai Yujing's temper; once she made up her mind, nothing could change it. She sighed and said, "Yujing, I'm just worried about you. But since you've made up your mind, I can only support you. However, you must promise me that you will be careful and protect yourself."
Bai Yujing held Jiang Huaiyu's hand tightly, her eyes shining with determination: "Huaiyu, don't worry, I will cherish my life. For you, for the child, for this family, I will be extra careful."
Jiang Huaiyu looked out the window and sighed deeply. Sunlight filtered through the sparse leaves, casting dappled shadows on the bluestone slabs of the courtyard in Yuqian Lane. She turned her head, her gaze falling on Bai Yujing, who sat by the bed. His eyes flickered, as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.
"Bai Yujing, do you remember the peach blossoms from the year we got married?" Jiang Huaiyu asked softly, trying to ease her inner tension.
Bai Yujing smiled slightly, a hint of nostalgia flashing in her eyes: "I remember, you were wearing a red robe then, smiling as brightly as a flower. I felt as if I were seeing a beautiful painting."
“Yes, we were so happy back then,” Jiang Huaiyu sighed softly, then continued, “But now, I’m recalling those past events while I’m ill. I care about the matter of Prince Hao’s demotion, but I’m too sick to pay much attention to it. Tell me, is the story behind it more complicated than it appears on the surface?”
Bai Yujing was silent for a moment, her eyes flickering, before finally speaking: "Yes, the things behind the scenes are indeed more complicated than they appear on the surface. But I can't tell you now; I need time."
A hint of disappointment flashed in Jiang Huaiyu's eyes, but she didn't ask any further questions. She simply said softly, "Alright, I believe you. But I want to know, what exactly did you do to the child in my womb?"
Bai Yujing's face turned pale instantly. He clenched his fists tightly, wanting to explain, but found that his throat felt like it was blocked by something, and he couldn't speak. He could only lower his head and remain silent.
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